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Funds Administration

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Duration 10 mins

Funds Administration

Overview

Funds Administration is the name given to the set of services provided in support of the running of a fund. This lesson gives a brief overview of Funds Administration and the services that are provided.

Short Selling

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Short Selling

Overview

Short-selling is when an investor predicts that the price of an asset, such as stocks, commodities or currencies, is going to fall, and agrees to sell that asset in the relevant market at a certain price - without having actually purchased the asset. This lesson includes some short selling examples.

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Side Pockets

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Side Pockets

Overview

A Side Pocket is a type of account used by hedge funds to separate illiquid investments from other more liquid assets in a portfolio. This lesson discusses the reasons for creating a side pocket and how they are treated.